This early, circa
1750, homestead with captivating river frontage was the original
Pursley's Ferry House. The building first served as a ferry stop for
iron-ore shipments on their way down the Delaware River. It was later a
popular inn and tavern and sometime in the 1800s, it was converted into
a private residence.

Built originally as a one-room deep
farmhouse, it was expanded and remodeled to include a two-story stone
wing and an attached frame kitchen. The most recent restoration updated
early period features such as wide-board flooring, chair rail moldings,
raised-panel doors, plaster walls and original fireplaces and
mantelpieces.

Evidence of a pent roof and nine-over-six
sash windows and interior shutters resulted in a painstaking
reconstruction of these features as well. Modern comforts include
spacious gourmet kitchen w/soapstone counter tops, farmhouse sink &
Viking stove; renovated period baths.

Additional buildings on the property include
a charming one-room cottage with loft and a spacious, multi-use barn
with four levels including an original icehouse.